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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Twitter to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education endeavours. Students want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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